http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/ Hosted by author and radio show host Tracie Hotchner, "Humane Talk" is a weekly, 15-minute conversation with Wayne Pacelle, president and CEO of the nation's largest animal protection organization, The Humane Society of the United States. Tune in to the podcast every Friday for the latest on animals in our world. Podcast Generator 1.4 - http://podcastgen.sourceforge.net Mon, 15 Jul 2013 12:32:26 -0400 en Copyright 2012 The Humane Society of the United States http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/images/itunes_image.jpg http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/ Hosted by author and radio show host Tracie Hotchner, "Humane Talk" is a weekly, 15-minute conversation with Wayne Pacelle, president and CEO of the nation's largest animal protection organization, The Humane Society of the United States. Tune in to the podcast every Friday for the latest on animals in our world. With Wayne Pacelle and Tracie Hotchner The Humane Society of the United States The Humane Society of the United States membership@humanesociety.org no The HSUS' mission statement is Celebrating Animals, Confronting Cruelty. The HSUS addresses the most egregious forms of cruelty against animals, but also celebrates the human-animal bond and animals that go above and beyond. The HSUS' mission statement is Celebrating Animals, Confronting Cruelty. The HSUS addresses the most egregious forms of cruelty against animals, but also celebrates the human-animal bond and animals that go above and beyond. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-07-15_pets_of_valor.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-07-15_pets_of_valor.mp3 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States pets of valor, animal heroesno Mon, 15 Jul 2013 12:32:26 -0400 The HSUS recently released its 2012 annual report, showing the huge accomplishments of the organization for the year. The HSUS recently released its 2012 annual report, showing the huge accomplishments of the organization for the year. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-07-09_annual_report.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-07-09_annual_report.mp3 13:51 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States financial report, animal welfareno Tue, 09 Jul 2013 10:46:13 -0400 Wayne and Tracie discuss gas chambers, an antiquated and inhumane method of euthanizing shelter animals. Wayne and Tracie discuss gas chambers, an antiquated and inhumane method of euthanizing shelter animals. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-07-01_gas_chambers.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-07-01_gas_chambers.mp3 14:55 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States gas chamber, animal shelter, euthanasiano Mon, 01 Jul 2013 11:46:23 -0400 All 50 states have laws that ban animal fighting, however a dangerous loophole exists in federal law that prevents spectators from being arrested or prosecuted. All 50 states have laws that ban animal fighting, however a dangerous loophole exists in federal law that prevents spectators from being arrested or prosecuted. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-06-14_spectator_bill.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-06-14_spectator_bill.mp3 14:18 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States animal fighting, dog fighting, cock fighting, animal fight spectator bill, farm billno Fri, 14 Jun 2013 13:27:11 -0400 The conditions our rescue team witnessed at a recent puppy mill raid in Mississippi were nothing short of appalling. It was, in a word, a nightmare for the animals. The conditions our rescue team witnessed at a recent puppy mill raid in Mississippi were nothing short of appalling. It was, in a word, a nightmare for the animals. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-06-07_mississippi_puppy_mill.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-06-07_mississippi_puppy_mill.mp3 14:05 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States puppy mills, PUPS Act, dogs, puppiesno Fri, 07 Jun 2013 15:16:16 -0400 Rep. Steve King, R-Iowa, has proposed an amendment to the Farm Bill that would nullify any standards approved at the state level to regulate agriculture. Rep. Steve King, R-Iowa, has proposed an amendment to the Farm Bill that would nullify any standards approved at the state level to regulate agriculture. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-05-31_steve_king_amendment.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-05-31_steve_king_amendment.mp3 14:13 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States farm bill, steve king, agriculture, welfare, amendment, legislationno Fri, 31 May 2013 14:39:10 -0400 Wayne and Tracie discuss the recent developments in the ongoing struggle to keep dolphin-safe tuna labeling requirements intact. Wayne and Tracie discuss the recent developments in the ongoing struggle to keep dolphin-safe tuna labeling requirements intact. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-05-24_dolphin_safe_tuna.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-05-24_dolphin_safe_tuna.mp3 13:26 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States dolphins, tuna, WTO, mexico, dolphin-safe tuna, obamano Fri, 24 May 2013 10:09:27 -0400 Assembly Bill 711 seeks to ban the use of toxic lead ammunition in California. Lead bullets continue to kill wildlife long after being discharged into the environment. Assembly Bill 711 seeks to ban the use of toxic lead ammunition in California. Lead bullets continue to kill wildlife long after being discharged into the environment. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-05-17_lead_ammunition.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-05-17_lead_ammunition.mp3 13:12 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States lead, bullets, ammunition, condor, wildlife, california, ab 711no Fri, 17 May 2013 11:18:57 -0400 Thousands of baby seals are clubbed to death during the Canadian seal slaughter each year. Although there is little demand for seal fur, the Canadian government continues to buy up the excess pelts. Thousands of baby seals are clubbed to death during the Canadian seal slaughter each year. Although there is little demand for seal fur, the Canadian government continues to buy up the excess pelts. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-05-10_seal_slaughter.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-05-10_seal_slaughter.mp3 13:58 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States seals, slaughter, canada, fur, seafood, boycottno Fri, 10 May 2013 10:27:41 -0400 Michigan Senate Bill 288 would allow the repeal of one of the most popular ballot measures in Michigan history, which outlawed the target shooting of mourning doves. Michigan Senate Bill 288 would allow the repeal of one of the most popular ballot measures in Michigan history, which outlawed the target shooting of mourning doves. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-05-02_wolves_and_doves.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-05-02_wolves_and_doves.mp3 14:26 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States wolves, doves, michigan, SB 288, legislation, huntingno Thu, 02 May 2013 16:17:42 -0400 Tracie and Wayne discuss Wayne's recent appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres Show where he talked about the dangerous Tennessee anti-whistleblower bill that is making its way to Governor Bill Haslam's desk. Tracie and Wayne discuss Wayne's recent appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres Show where he talked about the dangerous Tennessee anti-whistleblower bill that is making its way to Governor Bill Haslam's desk. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-04-25_ellen_and_horse_soring.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-04-25_ellen_and_horse_soring.mp3 14:33 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States Ellen DeGeneres, soring, horses, tennessee walking, ag-gag, whistleblowerno Thu, 25 Apr 2013 16:09:41 -0400 The second largest school district in the country, Los Angeles Unified, recently made a commitment to go meat-free on Mondays. The second largest school district in the country, Los Angeles Unified, recently made a commitment to go meat-free on Mondays. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-04-22_meatless_mondays.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-04-22_meatless_mondays.mp3 15:43 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States Meatless Monday, vegetarian, vegan, Los Angeles, Earth Dayno Mon, 22 Apr 2013 09:49:24 -0400 Wayne and Tracie discuss puppy mills, the AKC, and the recently introduced PUPS Act – federal legislation that would close a loophole that allows puppy millers to sell over the internet without regulation. Wayne and Tracie discuss puppy mills, the AKC, and the recently introduced PUPS Act – federal legislation that would close a loophole that allows puppy millers to sell over the internet without regulation. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-04-12_pups_act.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-04-12_pups_act.mp3 16:17 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States puppy mills, pet stores, breeding, PUPS Act, dogs, puppiesno Fri, 12 Apr 2013 13:12:40 -0400 Starting in the 1990s, there was an effort to reintroduce wolves in the Northern Rockies. Many people were quick to label the effort a success, but that was a premature judgment. Starting in the 1990s, there was an effort to reintroduce wolves in the Northern Rockies. Many people were quick to label the effort a success, but that was a premature judgment. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-04-04_wolf_reintroduction.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-04-04_wolf_reintroduction.mp3 13:52 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States wolves, wolf, endangered, hunt, reintroduction, rockies,no Thu, 04 Apr 2013 14:58:48 -0400 The FTC has taken action against several big name retailers that falsely advertised real fur as faux fur. The HSUS has conducted many investigations exposing falsely labeled or falsely advertised fur garments. The FTC has taken action against several big name retailers that falsely advertised real fur as faux fur. The HSUS has conducted many investigations exposing falsely labeled or falsely advertised fur garments. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-04-01_fur.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-04-01_fur.mp3 14:04 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States fur, faux fur, neiman marcus, FTC, raccoon dog, garments, fashionno Mon, 01 Apr 2013 14:44:38 -0400 Wayne and Tracie discuss the issues surrounding horse slaughter and horse meat, and the recent developments in the EU and the U.S. regarding meat contamination, welfare concerns, and food safety problems. Wayne and Tracie discuss the issues surrounding horse slaughter and horse meat, and the recent developments in the EU and the U.S. regarding meat contamination, welfare concerns, and food safety problems. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-03-25_humane_talk_01_032113.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-03-25_humane_talk_01_032113.mp3 14:43 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States horse, horse meat, horse slaughter, European Union, meat contaminationno Mon, 25 Mar 2013 15:58:16 -0400 Wayne and Tracie discuss all the ways in which The HSUS helps animals - particularly in terms of direct care. Contrary to the claims of many opposition groups, The HSUS is the No. 1 organization in the nation for hands-on animal care. Wayne and Tracie discuss all the ways in which The HSUS helps animals - particularly in terms of direct care. Contrary to the claims of many opposition groups, The HSUS is the No. 1 organization in the nation for hands-on animal care. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-03-15_humane_talk_01_-_hsus_is_there.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-03-15_humane_talk_01_-_hsus_is_there.mp3 14:15 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States sanctuary, animal care, wildlife rehabilitiationno Fri, 15 Mar 2013 16:05:40 -0400 One of the only methods of bringing individuals and companies who engage in serious animal cruelty offenses to justice is to videotape or photograph them engaging in the illegal act. One of the only methods of bringing individuals and companies who engage in serious animal cruelty offenses to justice is to videotape or photograph them engaging in the illegal act. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-03-04_humane_talk_02_-_ag-gag.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-03-04_humane_talk_02_-_ag-gag.mp3 16:05 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States whistleblower, ag gag, farm animals, crueltyno Mon, 04 Mar 2013 09:38:46 -0500 Recently, the National Institutes of Health set up a working group to determine whether or not research on chimpanzees is necessary. They found that all but 50 chimps should be permanently retired and research discontinued. Recently, the National Institutes of Health set up a working group to determine whether or not research on chimpanzees is necessary. They found that all but 50 chimps should be permanently retired and research discontinued. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-02-22_humane_talk_03_-nih_wg_results.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-02-22_humane_talk_03_-nih_wg_results.mp3 15:02 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States chimp, animal, testing, research, invasive, sanctuary, chimpanzee, NIH, national institute of healthno Fri, 22 Feb 2013 14:45:23 -0500 Billy was a puppy mill dog whose video turned into an overnight internet sensation. The years of neglect Billy suffered were too much, and sadly, he passed away in December. Billy was a puppy mill dog whose video turned into an overnight internet sensation. The years of neglect Billy suffered were too much, and sadly, he passed away in December. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-02-08_humane_talk_04_-_billy.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-02-08_humane_talk_04_-_billy.mp3 13:04 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States puppy mills, billy, chihuahua, animal rescue teamno Fri, 08 Feb 2013 15:09:18 -0500 Street dogs make up nearly half of the world's population of canines. Wayne talks about HSI's innovative program to spay/neuter and vaccinate street dogs, bringing the population down to a more manageable level. Street dogs make up nearly half of the world's population of canines. Wayne talks about HSI's innovative program to spay/neuter and vaccinate street dogs, bringing the population down to a more manageable level. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-02-04_humane_talk4_113012.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-02-04_humane_talk4_113012.mp3 12:19 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States street dogs, humane society international, spay, neuter, vaccinateno Mon, 04 Feb 2013 14:47:40 -0500 Wayne and Tracie talk about his recent trip to India and the animal protection issues that Humane Society International is addressing in the newly opened offices in the country. Wayne and Tracie talk about his recent trip to India and the animal protection issues that Humane Society International is addressing in the newly opened offices in the country. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-02-01_humane_talk3_113012.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-02-01_humane_talk3_113012.mp3 15:27 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States Animal Welfare, India, HSI, Humane Society International,no Fri, 01 Feb 2013 14:27:56 -0500 Wayne discusses his experiences on the ground in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, and how disaster preparedness and response with regard to animals has changed in the years since Katrina. Wayne discusses his experiences on the ground in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, and how disaster preparedness and response with regard to animals has changed in the years since Katrina. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-01-29_humane_talk2_113012.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-01-29_humane_talk2_113012.mp3 9:18 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States hurricane katrina, superstorm sandy, animalsno Tue, 29 Jan 2013 14:45:34 -0500 Part 2 of 2: Tracie and Wayne continue their conversation about progress made for animals by The HSUS in 2012. Part 2 of 2: Tracie and Wayne continue their conversation about progress made for animals by The HSUS in 2012. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-01-25_humane_talk1_113012.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-01-25_humane_talk1_113012.mp3 16:52 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Fri, 25 Jan 2013 11:20:30 -0500 Part 1 of 2: Every year The HSUS works tirelessly to create a more humane world for animals. Listen as Wayne and Tracie discuss the major milestones reached in 2012 state by state. Part 1 of 2: Every year The HSUS works tirelessly to create a more humane world for animals. Listen as Wayne and Tracie discuss the major milestones reached in 2012 state by state. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-01-18_humane_talk4_102512.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-01-18_humane_talk4_102512.mp3 13:28 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Fri, 18 Jan 2013 10:41:48 -0500 Less than a year after the USFWS de-listed wolves in the Great Lakes region, Wisconsin and Minnesota open wolf hunting and trapping seasons. Tracie and Wayne discuss the implications of this tragic development and how The HSUS is responding. Less than a year after the USFWS de-listed wolves in the Great Lakes region, Wisconsin and Minnesota open wolf hunting and trapping seasons. Tracie and Wayne discuss the implications of this tragic development and how The HSUS is responding. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-01-11_humane_talk3_102512.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2013-01-11_humane_talk3_102512.mp3 13:26 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Fri, 11 Jan 2013 10:57:32 -0500 Eighteen beluga whales who were captured in Russian seas are set to be put on display at the Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta. If the permit for their import is approved, it will set a precedent that will have devastating consequences for wild belugas. Eighteen beluga whales who were captured in Russian seas are set to be put on display at the Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta. If the permit for their import is approved, it will set a precedent that will have devastating consequences for wild belugas. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-12-20_humane_talk2_102512.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-12-20_humane_talk2_102512.mp3 13:49 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Thu, 20 Dec 2012 15:34:14 -0500 Listen in as Wayne and Tracy discuss how and why we should phase out medical research on chimpanzees and retire those currently living in labs to sanctuaries. Listen in as Wayne and Tracy discuss how and why we should phase out medical research on chimpanzees and retire those currently living in labs to sanctuaries. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-11-20_humane_talk1_101512.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-11-20_humane_talk1_101512.mp3 14:26 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Tue, 20 Nov 2012 14:42:43 -0500 The HSUS conducts undercover investigations at factory farms, research labs, slaughterhouses, and other places where animal cruelty is often hidden behind closed doors. Hear more about the courageous work of investigators and how they help animals. The HSUS conducts undercover investigations at factory farms, research labs, slaughterhouses, and other places where animal cruelty is often hidden behind closed doors. Hear more about the courageous work of investigators and how they help animals. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-10-31_humane_talk_04_sept.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-10-31_humane_talk_04_sept.mp3 13:32 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Wed, 31 Oct 2012 17:54:07 -0400 The HSUS rescues thousands of pets and runs a network of sanctuaries, but we also protect animals by reforming policies in Congress, at the state level, and in the courts. Learn more about how these efforts are improving conditions for so many animals. The HSUS rescues thousands of pets and runs a network of sanctuaries, but we also protect animals by reforming policies in Congress, at the state level, and in the courts. Learn more about how these efforts are improving conditions for so many animals. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-10-19_humane_talk_03_sept.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-10-19_humane_talk_03_sept.mp3 14:00 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Fri, 19 Oct 2012 13:48:40 -0400 Was the shampoo you use tested on animals? Did your toothpaste or lipstick cause suffering for animals in labs? We've made great progress in phasing out animal tests for many products, but recently several companies backslid on their cruelty-free pledges. Was the shampoo you use tested on animals? Did your toothpaste or lipstick cause suffering for animals in labs? We've made great progress in phasing out animal tests for many products, but recently several companies backslid on their cruelty-free pledges. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-10-15_humane_talk_02_sept.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-10-15_humane_talk_02_sept.mp3 15:27 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Mon, 15 Oct 2012 17:08:08 -0400 Hear about Wayne's recent tour of farms in rural America, and more about how The Humane Society of the United States is working with farmers to phase out cruel confinement and work together to advance animal welfare. Hear about Wayne's recent tour of farms in rural America, and more about how The Humane Society of the United States is working with farmers to phase out cruel confinement and work together to advance animal welfare. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-09-28_humane_talk_01_sept.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-09-28_humane_talk_01_sept.mp3 13:34 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Fri, 28 Sep 2012 11:16:04 -0400 It's illegal to sell products containing domestic dog or cat fur in the United States, thanks to legislation supported by The HSUS more than a decade ago. But in 2012, our investigators found domestic dog fur for sale in the U.S. It's illegal to sell products containing domestic dog or cat fur in the United States, thanks to legislation supported by The HSUS more than a decade ago. But in 2012, our investigators found domestic dog fur for sale in the U.S. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-09-21_humane_talk_03_august.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-09-21_humane_talk_03_august.mp3 12:08 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Fri, 21 Sep 2012 16:11:10 -0400 Hear more about major moments for the animal protection movement in recent years. In this continuation, Tracie and Wayne discuss the Hallmark-Westland undercover investigation of a dairy cow slaughter plant, and how people can seek out more humane food. Hear more about major moments for the animal protection movement in recent years. In this continuation, Tracie and Wayne discuss the Hallmark-Westland undercover investigation of a dairy cow slaughter plant, and how people can seek out more humane food. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-09-17_humane_talk_02_august.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-09-17_humane_talk_02_august.mp3 16:15 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Mon, 17 Sep 2012 17:47:25 -0400 Learn more about five of the most important events in the recent history of animal protection, including the rescue of pets after Hurricane Katrina, the arrest of Michael Vick for dogfighting, and the ban on extreme confinement of farm animals in Calif. Learn more about five of the most important events in the recent history of animal protection, including the rescue of pets after Hurricane Katrina, the arrest of Michael Vick for dogfighting, and the ban on extreme confinement of farm animals in Calif. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-09-05_humane_talk_01_august.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-09-05_humane_talk_01_august.mp3 14:43 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Wed, 05 Sep 2012 16:19:24 -0400 A recent HSUS investigation uncovered shocking abuse of Tennessee walking horses. Learn more about horse soring, the intentional infliction of pain to produce a high-stepping gait, and the aftermath of this investigation. A recent HSUS investigation uncovered shocking abuse of Tennessee walking horses. Learn more about horse soring, the intentional infliction of pain to produce a high-stepping gait, and the aftermath of this investigation. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-08-24_humane_talk_03.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-08-24_humane_talk_03.mp3 15:12 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Fri, 24 Aug 2012 15:15:39 -0400 Why is it a bad idea to keep a Bengal tiger or a chimpanzee in your backyard, basement, or living room? Find out more about the problems with the exotic pet trade, including a tragic incident recently in Zanesville, Ohio. Why is it a bad idea to keep a Bengal tiger or a chimpanzee in your backyard, basement, or living room? Find out more about the problems with the exotic pet trade, including a tragic incident recently in Zanesville, Ohio. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-08-10_humane_talk_02.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-08-10_humane_talk_02.mp3 13:26 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Fri, 10 Aug 2012 13:24:24 -0400 The American Kennel Club says it stands for responsible breeders and the welfare of dogs. Yet it has opposed dozens of laws to set basic standards for puppy mills. Listen to this episode to learn why, and for an update on a USDA proposal to protect dogs. The American Kennel Club says it stands for responsible breeders and the welfare of dogs. Yet it has opposed dozens of laws to set basic standards for puppy mills. Listen to this episode to learn why, and for an update on a USDA proposal to protect dogs. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-08-03_humane_talk_01.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-08-03_humane_talk_01.mp3 15:51 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Fri, 03 Aug 2012 16:38:00 -0400 Tracie and Wayne discuss the recent rescue of more than 120 neglected parrots from a supposed sanctuary in Ohio. Though some types of birds make wonderful pets, parrots are intelligent, social, can live many decades, and need specialized care. Tracie and Wayne discuss the recent rescue of more than 120 neglected parrots from a supposed sanctuary in Ohio. Though some types of birds make wonderful pets, parrots are intelligent, social, can live many decades, and need specialized care. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-07-30_humane_talk_04.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-07-30_humane_talk_04.mp3 14:24 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States parrot, rescue, pet, bird, animal, neglectno Mon, 30 Jul 2012 12:34:29 -0400 An HSUS undercover investigation showed Tennessee walking horses having caustic chemicals applied to their legs as well as being whipped, kicked, and shocked in the face. Learn more about the public awareness and criminal indictments that followed. An HSUS undercover investigation showed Tennessee walking horses having caustic chemicals applied to their legs as well as being whipped, kicked, and shocked in the face. Learn more about the public awareness and criminal indictments that followed. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-07-20_humane_talk_03.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-07-20_humane_talk_03.mp3 15:12 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States wayne pacelle, animals, tracie hotchnerno Fri, 20 Jul 2012 15:35:16 -0400 The issue of keeping dangerous wild animals in backyards or substandard roadside zoos continues to be in the news. Hear about a recent rescue of tigers, leopards, and other animals from an Oklahoma roadside zoo with poor conditions and safety risks. The issue of keeping dangerous wild animals in backyards or substandard roadside zoos continues to be in the news. Hear about a recent rescue of tigers, leopards, and other animals from an Oklahoma roadside zoo with poor conditions and safety risks. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-07-18_humane_talk_02.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-07-18_humane_talk_02.mp3 13:26 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Wed, 18 Jul 2012 12:53:50 -0400 Countless puppy mill dogs are sold over the Internet with little oversight because of a legal loophole. Before July 16, please comment to support requiring large-scale breeders selling dogs online or directly to the public to meet basic standards of care. Countless puppy mill dogs are sold over the Internet with little oversight because of a legal loophole. Before July 16, please comment to support requiring large-scale breeders selling dogs online or directly to the public to meet basic standards of care. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-07-11_humane_talk_01.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-07-11_humane_talk_01.mp3 15:51 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Wed, 11 Jul 2012 12:17:16 -0400 The HSUS works with law enforcement officials to help rescue pets, crack down on animal fighting, protect wildlife, and much more. Find out how this cooperation takes place in this week's episode of Humane Talk. The HSUS works with law enforcement officials to help rescue pets, crack down on animal fighting, protect wildlife, and much more. Find out how this cooperation takes place in this week's episode of Humane Talk. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-06-08_humane_talk_04_042312.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-06-08_humane_talk_04_042312.mp3 15:07 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Fri, 08 Jun 2012 16:26:08 -0400 Find out how you can go to school for animals at Humane Society University, with classes online and in Washington, D.C. The university has a wide range of courses and offers undergraduate degrees, graduate certificates, and master's degrees. Find out how you can go to school for animals at Humane Society University, with classes online and in Washington, D.C. The university has a wide range of courses and offers undergraduate degrees, graduate certificates, and master's degrees. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-06-01_humane_talk_02_043412.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-06-01_humane_talk_02_043412.mp3 11:39 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Fri, 01 Jun 2012 12:16:11 -0400 Hear about the ongoing project in Bhutan, a small county in Asia, where Humane Society International is helping street dogs and communities by sterilizing tens of thousands of free-roaming dogs. Hear about the ongoing project in Bhutan, a small county in Asia, where Humane Society International is helping street dogs and communities by sterilizing tens of thousands of free-roaming dogs. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-05-29_humane_talk_01_042312.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-05-29_humane_talk_01_042312.mp3 15:07 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Tue, 29 May 2012 14:09:35 -0400 This episode looks into how competitive horse racing leads to the injury and death of far too many horses. A recent series in the New York Times brought more attention to the serious problems with injuries, drugs, and overbreeding in the industry. This episode looks into how competitive horse racing leads to the injury and death of far too many horses. A recent series in the New York Times brought more attention to the serious problems with injuries, drugs, and overbreeding in the industry. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-05-21_humane_talk_3_041012.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-05-21_humane_talk_3_041012.mp3 11:55 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Mon, 21 May 2012 10:43:35 -0400 Although Californians banned hunting mountain lions with dogs two decades ago, the president of the state Fish & Game Commission recently traveled to Idaho to corner and kill a cougar with a pack of dogs. Wayne and Tracie discuss the controversy. Although Californians banned hunting mountain lions with dogs two decades ago, the president of the state Fish & Game Commission recently traveled to Idaho to corner and kill a cougar with a pack of dogs. Wayne and Tracie discuss the controversy. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-05-11_humane_talk_2_041012.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-05-11_humane_talk_2_041012.mp3 14:14 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Fri, 11 May 2012 13:07:27 -0400 Learn more about how to make a difference for animals by signing up for our Taking Action for Animals conference this July, offering workshops and a wealth of information. Animal care professionals, please join us for our Animal Care EXPO this May. Learn more about how to make a difference for animals by signing up for our Taking Action for Animals conference this July, offering workshops and a wealth of information. Animal care professionals, please join us for our Animal Care EXPO this May. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-05-04_humane_talk_03_042312.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-05-04_humane_talk_03_042312.mp3 14:51 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Fri, 04 May 2012 13:35:48 -0400 Learn about the growing momentum to stop the commercial slaughter of baby harp seals in Canada. More and more countries are closing their borders to the seal fur trade, and animal advocates are speaking out against the killing. Learn about the growing momentum to stop the commercial slaughter of baby harp seals in Canada. More and more countries are closing their borders to the seal fur trade, and animal advocates are speaking out against the killing. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-04-27_humane_talk_1_041012.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-04-27_humane_talk_1_041012.mp3 12:00 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Fri, 27 Apr 2012 17:11:18 -0400 Wayne and Tracie discuss the little-known problem of Class B dealers, who acquire pets from shelters, "free to good home" ads, and other sources, then sell them to be used in experiments. Hear about how these random-source dealers are on their way out. Wayne and Tracie discuss the little-known problem of Class B dealers, who acquire pets from shelters, "free to good home" ads, and other sources, then sell them to be used in experiments. Hear about how these random-source dealers are on their way out. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-04-20_humane_talk_04_031912.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-04-20_humane_talk_04_031912.mp3 12:30 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Fri, 20 Apr 2012 16:04:34 -0400 Wild horses are an iconic part of the U.S. landscape, but the government rounds up thousands annually. Find out how a safe contraceptive vaccine for these animals can help manage their populations, and learn about the history of wild horse protection. Wild horses are an iconic part of the U.S. landscape, but the government rounds up thousands annually. Find out how a safe contraceptive vaccine for these animals can help manage their populations, and learn about the history of wild horse protection. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-04-13_humane_talk_03_031912.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-04-13_humane_talk_03_031912.mp3 15:00 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Fri, 13 Apr 2012 15:33:05 -0400 Hear about McDonald's taking action to move toward ending the use of gestation crates for breeding pigs. More and more restaurant chains, pork producers, and food service companies are making similar announcements to phase out this cruel confinement. Hear about McDonald's taking action to move toward ending the use of gestation crates for breeding pigs. More and more restaurant chains, pork producers, and food service companies are making similar announcements to phase out this cruel confinement. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-04-06_humane_talk_02_031912.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-04-06_humane_talk_02_031912.mp3 16:00 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Fri, 06 Apr 2012 12:47:26 -0400 An Atlantic City business recently scrapped plans to re-open a "horse diving" act. This dangerous spectacle became popular in the 1920s, with horses forced to walk up to an elevated platform that drops and plunges them 30 or 40 feet into a tank of water. An Atlantic City business recently scrapped plans to re-open a "horse diving" act. This dangerous spectacle became popular in the 1920s, with horses forced to walk up to an elevated platform that drops and plunges them 30 or 40 feet into a tank of water. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-03-30_humane_talk_01_031912.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-03-30_humane_talk_01_031912.mp3 15:00 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Fri, 30 Mar 2012 11:32:58 -0400 Hear more about the good news for hens: Federal lawmakers have introduced a bill to phase out barren battery cages for egg-laying hens and give these birds more space. Wayne and Tracie explain the details and the efforts to pass this important bill. Hear more about the good news for hens: Federal lawmakers have introduced a bill to phase out barren battery cages for egg-laying hens and give these birds more space. Wayne and Tracie explain the details and the efforts to pass this important bill. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-03-26_humane_talk_4_020912.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-03-26_humane_talk_4_020912.mp3 15:40 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Mon, 26 Mar 2012 10:43:26 -0400 The U.S. government poisons and traps many coyotes and other wild animals, often in cruel ways. Find out why The HSUS is working to stop this taxpayer-funded killing program, and to replace it with effective nonlethal methods. The U.S. government poisons and traps many coyotes and other wild animals, often in cruel ways. Find out why The HSUS is working to stop this taxpayer-funded killing program, and to replace it with effective nonlethal methods. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-03-16_humane_talk_3_020912.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-03-16_humane_talk_3_020912.mp3 14:58 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Fri, 16 Mar 2012 15:38:40 -0400 Invasive Burmese pythons are killing native animals in Florida, while pythons and other large constrictors kept as pets have killed several people. Learn about stopping the pet trade in large constrictor snakes to protect animal welfare and public safety. Invasive Burmese pythons are killing native animals in Florida, while pythons and other large constrictors kept as pets have killed several people. Learn about stopping the pet trade in large constrictor snakes to protect animal welfare and public safety. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-03-09_humane_talk_2_020912.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-03-09_humane_talk_2_020912.mp3 13:40 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Fri, 09 Mar 2012 11:24:00 -0500 Hear about the intriguing investigation called Operation Cyberwild that found products made from tiger skin, elephant skin, and other wildlife parts being sold online. HSUS volunteers helped federal officials uncover this illegal trafficking. Hear about the intriguing investigation called Operation Cyberwild that found products made from tiger skin, elephant skin, and other wildlife parts being sold online. HSUS volunteers helped federal officials uncover this illegal trafficking. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-03-02_humane_talk_1_020912.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-03-02_humane_talk_1_020912.mp3 12:35 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Fri, 02 Mar 2012 14:22:42 -0500 Find out why The HSUS gave the Obama administration a C-minus grade for 2011, looking at important animal welfare issues such as wild horses, chimps in research, puppy mills, protection of farm animals, trophy hunting of wolves, and more. Find out why The HSUS gave the Obama administration a C-minus grade for 2011, looking at important animal welfare issues such as wild horses, chimps in research, puppy mills, protection of farm animals, trophy hunting of wolves, and more. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-02-24_hsus4_011012.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-02-24_hsus4_011012.mp3 16:43 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Fri, 24 Feb 2012 15:52:49 -0500 This episode uncovers the dealings of PR front-man Richard Berman and his involvement with a new group, the so-called "Humane Society for Shelter Pets," attacking The HSUS. Berman has formed many front groups to try to discredit public interest charities. This episode uncovers the dealings of PR front-man Richard Berman and his involvement with a new group, the so-called "Humane Society for Shelter Pets," attacking The HSUS. Berman has formed many front groups to try to discredit public interest charities. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-02-17_hsus3_011012.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-02-17_hsus3_011012.mp3 12:45 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Fri, 17 Feb 2012 12:34:14 -0500 Learn more about the amazing lives of chimps and some recent good news for these animals, such as a federal study concluding that biomedical research on them is unnecessary. Learn more about the amazing lives of chimps and some recent good news for these animals, such as a federal study concluding that biomedical research on them is unnecessary. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-02-10_hsus2_011012.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-02-10_hsus2_011012.mp3 15:30 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Fri, 10 Feb 2012 13:44:56 -0500 Learn more about the serious threats facing gray wolves today--animals who were nearly eradicated in the continental U.S. by trapping, hunting, and poisoning. Tracie and Wayne also talk about why protecting wolves is sometimes controversial. Learn more about the serious threats facing gray wolves today--animals who were nearly eradicated in the continental U.S. by trapping, hunting, and poisoning. Tracie and Wayne also talk about why protecting wolves is sometimes controversial. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-02-03_hsus1_011012.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-02-03_hsus1_011012.mp3 15:01 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Fri, 03 Feb 2012 12:36:36 -0500 Tracie and Wayne explore the serious health problems caused by breeding dogs for their appearance instead of well-being, highlighted by a New York Times Magazine article on bulldogs. Find out more about calls to prioritize the dogs' health and welfare. Tracie and Wayne explore the serious health problems caused by breeding dogs for their appearance instead of well-being, highlighted by a New York Times Magazine article on bulldogs. Find out more about calls to prioritize the dogs' health and welfare. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-01-27_hsus4_12_13_11.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-01-27_hsus4_12_13_11.mp3 14:59 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Fri, 27 Jan 2012 10:41:10 -0500 Cute puppies for sale over the Internet may win over unsuspecting consumers, but a recent investigation linked a major puppy broker to inhumane puppy mills. Hear more about the investigation and how to avoid supporting puppy mills when getting a dog. Cute puppies for sale over the Internet may win over unsuspecting consumers, but a recent investigation linked a major puppy broker to inhumane puppy mills. Hear more about the investigation and how to avoid supporting puppy mills when getting a dog. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-01-20_hsus3_12_13_11.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-01-20_hsus3_12_13_11.mp3 15:20 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Fri, 20 Jan 2012 13:05:39 -0500 Learn about the problem of gestation crates, where many breeding pigs are confined on factory farms for most of their lives without being able to turn around. This episode discusses how animal advocates are campaigning to phase out these cruel crates. Learn about the problem of gestation crates, where many breeding pigs are confined on factory farms for most of their lives without being able to turn around. This episode discusses how animal advocates are campaigning to phase out these cruel crates. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-01-13_hsus2_12_13_11.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-01-13_hsus2_12_13_11.mp3 16:57 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Fri, 13 Jan 2012 12:30:00 -0500 Tracie and Wayne talk about some of the biggest victories for animals in 2011, such as an agreement between The HSUS and a major egg industry group to phase out barren battery cages for hens, as well as good news on pet rescue, shark finning, and more. Tracie and Wayne talk about some of the biggest victories for animals in 2011, such as an agreement between The HSUS and a major egg industry group to phase out barren battery cages for hens, as well as good news on pet rescue, shark finning, and more. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-01-06_hsus1_12_13_11.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2012-01-06_hsus1_12_13_11.mp3 14:33 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Fri, 06 Jan 2012 15:26:32 -0500 As we approach the new year, listen to an encore episode about how the choices we make when we sit down to eat make a big difference for animals. Choosing to join in Meatless Mondays or buy cage-free eggs can make great New Year's resolutions. As we approach the new year, listen to an encore episode about how the choices we make when we sit down to eat make a big difference for animals. Choosing to join in Meatless Mondays or buy cage-free eggs can make great New Year's resolutions. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-12-30_humane_talk_wayne_3_8811.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-12-30_humane_talk_wayne_3_8811.mp3 15:11 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Fri, 30 Dec 2011 15:01:11 -0500 HSUS's Pets for Life programs in Atlanta, Chicago, Philadelphia, and other cities reach out to underserved communities to host free pet health clinics, strengthen the bond between people and their pets, and more. HSUS's Pets for Life programs in Atlanta, Chicago, Philadelphia, and other cities reach out to underserved communities to host free pet health clinics, strengthen the bond between people and their pets, and more. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-12-16_humane_talk4_111011.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-12-16_humane_talk4_111011.mp3 14:45 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Fri, 16 Dec 2011 12:36:48 -0500 The Shelter Pet Project, a project of The HSUS, the Ad Council, and pet foundation Maddie's Fund, is promoting shelter adoptions through a national ad campaign. Hear more about this groundbreaking project and how it's helping pets. The Shelter Pet Project, a project of The HSUS, the Ad Council, and pet foundation Maddie's Fund, is promoting shelter adoptions through a national ad campaign. Hear more about this groundbreaking project and how it's helping pets. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-12-09_humane_talk3_111011.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-12-09_humane_talk3_111011.mp3 14:00 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Fri, 09 Dec 2011 14:30:31 -0500 Tracie and Wayne celebrate this year's ban on bullfighting in Catalonia, a province in northeastern Spain, and highlight the ongoing campaigns to end this blood sport elsewhere. Tracie and Wayne celebrate this year's ban on bullfighting in Catalonia, a province in northeastern Spain, and highlight the ongoing campaigns to end this blood sport elsewhere. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-12-02_humane_talk2_111011.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-12-02_humane_talk2_111011.mp3 14:38 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States bullfighting, Spain, Catalonia, animals, Wayne Pacelle, Tracie Hotchnerno Fri, 02 Dec 2011 10:59:57 -0500 Hear the latest on the pressing topic of wild, dangerous animals being kept as pets in Ohio. Dozens of tigers, lions, and other animals were recently killed after being released by a Zanesville man, just the latest example of why stronger laws are needed. Hear the latest on the pressing topic of wild, dangerous animals being kept as pets in Ohio. Dozens of tigers, lions, and other animals were recently killed after being released by a Zanesville man, just the latest example of why stronger laws are needed. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-11-27_humane_talk1_111011.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-11-27_humane_talk1_111011.mp3 15:42 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Sun, 27 Nov 2011 11:34:35 -0500 With the federal government focused on reducing huge budget deficits, Wayne and Tracie discuss four ways that Congress can cut hundreds of millions in wasteful spending while helping chimpanzees, wild horses, animals in research, and wildlife. With the federal government focused on reducing huge budget deficits, Wayne and Tracie discuss four ways that Congress can cut hundreds of millions in wasteful spending while helping chimpanzees, wild horses, animals in research, and wildlife. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-11-18_humane_talk4_101711.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-11-18_humane_talk4_101711.mp3 15:05 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Fri, 18 Nov 2011 13:56:48 -0500 When can donkeys fly? When The HSUS, veterinarians, and others came together to help free-roaming donkeys in Hawaii, we airlifted more than 100 of them to sanctuary on the mainland. Hear the unusual and uplifting story of these special equines. When can donkeys fly? When The HSUS, veterinarians, and others came together to help free-roaming donkeys in Hawaii, we airlifted more than 100 of them to sanctuary on the mainland. Hear the unusual and uplifting story of these special equines. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-11-11_humane_talk3_101711.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-11-11_humane_talk3_101711.mp3 9:38 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States donkey, Hawaii, rescue, equine, animal, sanctuaryno Fri, 11 Nov 2011 12:40:30 -0500 Learn about the upcoming U.S. Supreme Court case on a California law spurred by HSUS's Hallmark/Westland slaughterhouse investigation, which found horrific abuse of downer cows and led to a massive meat recall because of human health concerns. Learn about the upcoming U.S. Supreme Court case on a California law spurred by HSUS's Hallmark/Westland slaughterhouse investigation, which found horrific abuse of downer cows and led to a massive meat recall because of human health concerns. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-11-07_humane_talk2_101711.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-11-07_humane_talk2_101711.mp3 15:28 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States Supreme Court, farm animals, pigs, cows, cruelty, Hallmark, Westland, downerno Mon, 07 Nov 2011 11:31:15 -0500 Wayne and Tracie discuss state ballot initiatives that allow voters to decide directly on important issues. The animal protection movement has used initiatives to outlaw cockfighting in Oklahoma, battery cages in California, and more. Wayne and Tracie discuss state ballot initiatives that allow voters to decide directly on important issues. The animal protection movement has used initiatives to outlaw cockfighting in Oklahoma, battery cages in California, and more. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-10-28_humane_talk1_101711.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-10-28_humane_talk1_101711.mp3 16:26 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Fri, 28 Oct 2011 17:00:04 -0400 Boa constrictors, tigers, chimpanzees, lions, and other exotic animals are legal to keep in homes and backyards in much of the United States. Learn why keeping large constrictor snakes and other exotic animals is harmful for the animals and for people. Boa constrictors, tigers, chimpanzees, lions, and other exotic animals are legal to keep in homes and backyards in much of the United States. Learn why keeping large constrictor snakes and other exotic animals is harmful for the animals and for people. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-10-21_humane_talk4_92311.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-10-21_humane_talk4_92311.mp3 15:21 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Fri, 21 Oct 2011 12:43:34 -0400 This episode explores the disturbing practice of "horse soring," using painful methods to make show horses have an exaggerated, high-stepping gait. Tracie shares her personal experiences with show horses. *Please note: some descriptions are graphic.* This episode explores the disturbing practice of "horse soring," using painful methods to make show horses have an exaggerated, high-stepping gait. Tracie shares her personal experiences with show horses. *Please note: some descriptions are graphic.* http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-10-14_humane_talk3_92311.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-10-14_humane_talk3_92311.mp3 15:15 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Fri, 14 Oct 2011 13:58:24 -0400 Tracie and Wayne chat about fur-free fashion and the great news about O, the Oprah Magazine, embracing fur-free alternatives. More people are recognizing that fur is cruel and unnecessary with so many modern alternatives for consumers. Tracie and Wayne chat about fur-free fashion and the great news about O, the Oprah Magazine, embracing fur-free alternatives. More people are recognizing that fur is cruel and unnecessary with so many modern alternatives for consumers. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-10-07_humane_talk2_92311.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-10-07_humane_talk2_92311.mp3 15:28 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Fri, 07 Oct 2011 16:24:03 -0400 Learn more about how intensive factory farming is not only inhumane for animals, but contributes to contagious diseases that threaten people. Wayne and Tracie discuss the new movie "Contagion" and how our treatment of animals affects human health. Learn more about how intensive factory farming is not only inhumane for animals, but contributes to contagious diseases that threaten people. Wayne and Tracie discuss the new movie "Contagion" and how our treatment of animals affects human health. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-09-30_humane_talk1_92311.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-09-30_humane_talk1_92311.mp3 14:58 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Fri, 30 Sep 2011 15:39:42 -0400 Did you know that the choices you make when you sit down to eat can make the biggest difference to help animals? Hear how campaigns like Meatless Mondays and cage-free eggs can benefit millions of farm animals. Did you know that the choices you make when you sit down to eat can make the biggest difference to help animals? Hear how campaigns like Meatless Mondays and cage-free eggs can benefit millions of farm animals. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-09-23_humane_talk_wayne_3_8811.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-09-23_humane_talk_wayne_3_8811.mp3 15:11 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States meatless mondays, wayne pacelle, humane, farming, tracie hotchner, hsusno Fri, 23 Sep 2011 14:57:03 -0400 Wayne describes how the anti-wrinkle treatment Botox has used an infamous animal testing method to make batches of the product. But recently, Botox maker Allergan announced that it has developed a new, alternative test that doesn't use animals. Wayne describes how the anti-wrinkle treatment Botox has used an infamous animal testing method to make batches of the product. But recently, Botox maker Allergan announced that it has developed a new, alternative test that doesn't use animals. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-09-16_humane_talk_wayne_2_8811.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-09-16_humane_talk_wayne_2_8811.mp3 13:10 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States Botox, Wayne Pacelle, Tracie Hotchner, animal testing, HSUSno Fri, 16 Sep 2011 15:09:22 -0400 Hear the unique story of a new pet shelter inside the Dixon Correctional Institute in Louisiana, which takes in homeless animals and offers them for adoption. This project is helping inmates, pets, and the community. Hear the unique story of a new pet shelter inside the Dixon Correctional Institute in Louisiana, which takes in homeless animals and offers them for adoption. This project is helping inmates, pets, and the community. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-09-09_humane_talk_wayne_1_8811.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-09-09_humane_talk_wayne_1_8811.mp3 13:18 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Fri, 09 Sep 2011 11:06:26 -0400 Hear about some of the latest books that celebrate animals, including "The Art of Racing in the Rain," "Alex and Me," Pacelle's book, "The Bond," and a wide variety of fascinating reads. Hear about some of the latest books that celebrate animals, including "The Art of Racing in the Rain," "Alex and Me," Pacelle's book, "The Bond," and a wide variety of fascinating reads. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-09-02_humane_talk_wayne4_71811.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-09-02_humane_talk_wayne4_71811.mp3 13:46 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Fri, 02 Sep 2011 16:17:01 -0400 Learn more about the issue of horse slaughter, including the closure of U.S. slaughter plants in recent years and the continuing efforts to stop the export of American horses to Canada and Mexico to be killed for human consumption. Learn more about the issue of horse slaughter, including the closure of U.S. slaughter plants in recent years and the continuing efforts to stop the export of American horses to Canada and Mexico to be killed for human consumption. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-08-29_humane_talk_wayne3_71811.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-08-29_humane_talk_wayne3_71811.mp3 14:09 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Mon, 29 Aug 2011 01:05:18 -0400 Tracie and Wayne talk about the idea of a "humane economy" where businesses reflect humane values--such as whale watching instead of whale hunting, pet stores supporting adoption instead of puppy mills, or ecotourism instead of seal killing. Tracie and Wayne talk about the idea of a "humane economy" where businesses reflect humane values--such as whale watching instead of whale hunting, pet stores supporting adoption instead of puppy mills, or ecotourism instead of seal killing. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-08-19_humane_talk_wayne2_71811.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-08-19_humane_talk_wayne2_71811.mp3 15:22 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Fri, 19 Aug 2011 14:24:27 -0400 Get the latest on the important agreement between The HSUS and United Egg Producers to phase out barren battery cages, give egg-laying hens more space, and improve labeling to help consumers make informed decisions. Get the latest on the important agreement between The HSUS and United Egg Producers to phase out barren battery cages, give egg-laying hens more space, and improve labeling to help consumers make informed decisions. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-08-12_humane_talk_wayne1_71811.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-08-12_humane_talk_wayne1_71811.mp3 14:31 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Fri, 12 Aug 2011 17:56:24 -0400 Hear more about a rescued puppy mill dog recently adopted by a U.S. Congressman, and why pet adoption is so important. Tracie and Wayne also talk about new federal legislation to crack down on puppy mills. Hear more about a rescued puppy mill dog recently adopted by a U.S. Congressman, and why pet adoption is so important. Tracie and Wayne also talk about new federal legislation to crack down on puppy mills. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-08-08_humane_talk_4.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-08-08_humane_talk_4.mp3 12:52 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States puppy mill, dog, Humane Talk, pet, adopt, congressman, PUPS Actno Mon, 08 Aug 2011 11:10:24 -0400 Learn more about puppy mills, where breeding dogs typically live in small cages for their whole lives without proper care. These mills sell puppies through pet stores and over the Internet. Tracie and Wayne discuss the campaign to help these dogs. Learn more about puppy mills, where breeding dogs typically live in small cages for their whole lives without proper care. These mills sell puppies through pet stores and over the Internet. Tracie and Wayne discuss the campaign to help these dogs. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-07-29_humane_talk_3.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-07-29_humane_talk_3.mp3 15:29 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States puppy mills, Humane Talk, Pacelle, Hotchner, dogsno Fri, 29 Jul 2011 09:58:09 -0400 Wayne and Tracie talk about the intense controversy over GoDaddy.com CEO Bob Parsons' killing of an African elephant in Zimbabwe. Learn more about the issue of wasteful trophy hunting, and how to support companies that are friendly to animals. Wayne and Tracie talk about the intense controversy over GoDaddy.com CEO Bob Parsons' killing of an African elephant in Zimbabwe. Learn more about the issue of wasteful trophy hunting, and how to support companies that are friendly to animals. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-07-22_humane_talk_2.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-07-22_humane_talk_2.mp3 14:37 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States no Fri, 22 Jul 2011 12:29:27 -0400 In the first episode of Humane Talk, hear Wayne Pacelle and Tracie Hotchner discuss the day-to-day work of animal protection. Wayne shares how he became an animal advocate and what motivates him as president of The Humane Society of the United States. In the first episode of Humane Talk, hear Wayne Pacelle and Tracie Hotchner discuss the day-to-day work of animal protection. Wayne shares how he became an animal advocate and what motivates him as president of The Humane Society of the United States. http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-06-14_humane_talk_1.mp3 http://podcasts.humanesociety.org/wayne/?p=episode&name=2011-06-14_humane_talk_1.mp3 14:17 membership@humanesociety.org (The Humane Society of the United States) The Humane Society of the United States wayne pacelle, tracie hotchner, hsus, humane society, humane talk, animalsno Tue, 14 Jun 2011 14:52:04 -0400